Data Protection Policy

We believe that Digital Peace begins with trust and respect for your digital rights. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of our users’ personal information. This Data Protection Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website or use our services.

Our Commitment to You

Transparency: We clearly explain what data we collect and why.
Security: We implement robust measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or breaches.
Control: We provide you with options to manage your data and privacy preferences.
Compliance: We adhere to applicable data protection laws and regulations.

We value your trust and strive to be responsible stewards of the information you share with us. This policy aims to give you a clear understanding of our data practices, empowering you to make informed decisions about your personal information.

1. Controller

The controller responsible for the processing of data on this website is:

Digital Peace by Alissa Chmiel
Email: contact@digital-peace.org

2. Collection and Storage of Personal Data, and Type and Purpose of Use

When you visit our website, the following data may be collected:

Personal data (e.g., name, email address) is collected when you provide it voluntarily by subscribing to our newsletter.
The data will be used to respond to your inquiries, send newsletters, or perform other related services as per your consent. The processing of your data is based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) or for the performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).
Contact Forms: When contacting us via contact forms, no data is stored or shared with third parties. The data is only used in the course of communication.

We retain your personal data for as long as you remain subscribed to our newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly. After unsubscribing, we will delete your personal data unless we are legally required to retain it.

3. Use of Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies (tracking pixels, web beacons, etc.) to provide a better user experience and manage consents.

Necessary cookies: These are essential for the website’s operation.
Optional cookies: Used for analytics and marketing purposes, but only if you consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences via our cookie banner or through your browser settings. For this purpose, we use the consent tool Complianz. For more details on the functionality of Complianz and our cookie policy, please visit: Cookie Policy.

The legal bases for processing personal data in this context are Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR and Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest lies in managing the use of cookies, similar technologies, and the corresponding consents.

The provision of personal data is neither contractually required nor necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide personal data. However, if you do not provide the necessary data, we may not be able to manage your consents.

4. Third-Party Services

We use third-party service providers for certain functionalities. Whenever we engage third-party service providers, we take great care in selecting those who value and protect your data.

Cookie Management: We use Complianz to manage cookie consents.
Tracking Tools: Burst is used for analytics and website performance tracking.
Newsletter Services: CleverReach manages our email campaigns.
Comments: We use WPDiscuz to manage comments on our blog.

Your data is shared with these providers only to the extent necessary for providing these services.

5. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

Right of Access: You can request information about the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate personal data.
Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data.
Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit the processing of your personal data.
Right to Data Portability: You can request that your data be provided to you in a commonly used format.
Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for marketing purposes.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@digital-peace.org.

6. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

Last updated: September 7, 2024